Do you know the James Bond movie where the bad guys are hidden under the lake of a volcanic crater? No, it's not "Goldeneye"... it's "You Only Live Twice". Anyway, that place looks like something out … [Read more...]
Things to do and see in Quito, Ecuador
Located along a valley surrounded by giant volcanoes, the city of Quito offers an interesting fusion of Spanish colonialism, local culture and overwhelming nature. It's no wonder that the Andean … [Read more...]
Hiking Iliniza Norte in Ecuador
Climbing Iliniza Norte was a very important part of our acclimatization before our climb to the Cotopaxi volcano. The Iliniza Norte is one of the most popular treks in Ecuador since there is no … [Read more...]
Backpacking in Ecuador
Ecuador offers a spectacular variety of landscapes in a very small territory. You can find bustling beaches, tropical forests, active volcanoes, colonial cities, traditional markets and even … [Read more...]
Climbing Cotopaxi Volcano, Ecuador
Finally, the big day arrived and we were ready. My friend Jabi and I were about to face our biggest mountain challenge ever: climbing the Cotopaxi volcano, nearly 6,000 meters high. After … [Read more...]